{"product_id":"vw-audi-oil-drain-plug-gasket-aluminum-copper-crush-seal","title":"VW Audi Oil Drain Plug Gasket – Aluminum \u0026 Copper Crush Seal for Engine \u0026 Transmission","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVW \u0026amp; Audi Oil Drain Plug Gasket — Aluminum \u0026amp; Copper Crush Seal\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoosing between aluminum and copper for your VW or Audi drain plug gasket comes down to application: aluminum for standard engine oil sumps, copper for higher-temperature transmission and differential applications. This listing offers both materials in a direct-fit size for Volkswagen and Audi drain plugs — select the material that matches your service requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials Available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum alloy \/ Copper (select variant)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeal Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrush gasket (single-use, replace at every service)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Brands\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen, Audi (VAG platform)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngine oil sump, transmission drain plug, differential drain plug\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAluminum vs. Copper — Which to Choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard choice for engine oil drain plugs. Crushes cleanly, widely available, cost-effective for frequent oil change intervals. Rated for standard engine oil temperatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCopper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Preferred for transmission and differential drain plugs where higher operating temperatures and longer service intervals demand superior heat resistance and sealing retention. Copper anneals under heat, maintaining seal integrity over longer periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatible VW \u0026amp; Audi Models\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolkswagen Golf, Passat, Polo, Tiguan, Touareg, Sharan, Caddy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudi A3, A4, A5, A6, A8, Q3, Q5, Q7, TT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat Leon, Ibiza, Alhambra \/ Skoda Octavia, Fabia, Superb (VAG platform)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the correct torque for VW\/Audi drain plugs with these gaskets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Engine oil drain plug: 30 Nm. Transmission drain plug: 25 Nm (verify against your specific model’s workshop manual). Do not re-torque after the gasket has been compressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use a copper gasket on an engine oil drain plug?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Copper gaskets are compatible with engine oil drain plugs and provide excellent sealing. They are simply more expensive than aluminum for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How many gaskets do I need per oil change?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: One gasket per drain plug. Most vehicles have one engine oil drain plug. Vehicles with separate transmission and differential drain plugs require one gasket per plug.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMultiple oil drain plug gaskets in selected material and quantity (see variant selector above)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe right material for the right application — aluminum for the engine, copper for the transmission.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cable Parts Online","offers":[{"title":"Aluminum Gaskets \/ 100pcs","offer_id":47854435434741,"sku":"14:29#Aluminum Gaskets;400005409:24792998#100pcs","price":78.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Aluminum Gaskets \/ 50pcs","offer_id":47854435467509,"sku":"14:29#Aluminum Gaskets;400005409:18203126#50pcs","price":40.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Aluminum Gaskets \/ 30pcs","offer_id":47854435500277,"sku":"14:29#Aluminum Gaskets;400005409:7064940#30pcs","price":25.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Aluminum Gaskets \/ 20pcs","offer_id":47854435533045,"sku":"14:29#Aluminum Gaskets;400005409:6279402#20pcs","price":18.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Aluminum Gaskets \/ 10pcs","offer_id":47854435565813,"sku":"14:29#Aluminum Gaskets;400005409:3984267#10pcs","price":10.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Copper Gaskets \/ 100pcs","offer_id":47854435598581,"sku":"14:193#Copper Gaskets;400005409:24792998#100pcs","price":78.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Copper Gaskets \/ 50pcs","offer_id":47854435631349,"sku":"14:193#Copper Gaskets;400005409:18203126#50pcs","price":40.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Copper Gaskets \/ 30pcs","offer_id":47854435664117,"sku":"14:193#Copper Gaskets;400005409:7064940#30pcs","price":25.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Copper Gaskets \/ 20pcs","offer_id":47854435696885,"sku":"14:193#Copper Gaskets;400005409:6279402#20pcs","price":18.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Copper Gaskets \/ 10pcs","offer_id":47854435729653,"sku":"14:193#Copper Gaskets;400005409:3984267#10pcs","price":10.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/3494\/0149\/files\/Sfdf5d357f4d947a69fa5b05f00f8ead5O.webp?v=1773976680","url":"https:\/\/www.csldmcml.com\/products\/vw-audi-oil-drain-plug-gasket-aluminum-copper-crush-seal","provider":"Cable Parts Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}